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4166 4th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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1625 Hotel Cir S, Unit 1625 Hotel Circle S, Unit 1625 Hotel Circle S
1625 Hotel Cir S
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4175 4th Ave, Unit 4175 half, Unit 4175 half
4175 4th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
132 Lewis St
San DiegoCA92103
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5720-5740 Gaines StSan Diego, CA 92110
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6540 Friars RdSan Diego, CA 92108
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Antone Apartments
4052 1/2 Brant StSan Diego, CA 92103
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University Crest Apartments | Hillcrest/Mission Hills – Modern Living
1025 W University AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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402 Arbor Dr
402 Arbor DrSan Diego, CA 92103
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Arbor Crest on Fourth
4186 4th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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4250 4th AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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4179 3rd AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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Alexan Gallerie
375 Camino De La ReinaSan Diego, CA 92108
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7050 Friars RdSan Diego, CA 92108
5757 Gaines St
San DiegoCA92110
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3970 Goldfinch St
3970 Goldfinch StSan Diego, CA 92103
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University Gateway Apartments
5411 Linda Vista RdSan Diego, CA 92110
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630 W Washington St
630 W Washington StSan Diego, CA 92103
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4077 Goldfinch St
4077 Goldfinch StSan Diego, CA 92103
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4030 Front St
4030 Front StSan Diego, CA 92103
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Santa Fe Villas
3912 Albatross StSan Diego, CA 92103
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Bel Vue Terrace
1336-1348 Brunner StSan Diego, CA 92110
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Nightingale Apartments
4174 Third AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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5747 Lauretta
5747 Lauretta StSan Diego, CA 92110
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Old Town Apartments
2225-2249 Congress StSan Diego, CA 92110
4217 Third Ave
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6416 Friars Rd
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Sasan Apartments
901 W Washington StSan Diego, CA 92103
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Serra House Apartments
2727 Presidio DrSan Diego, CA 92103
1605 Hotel Cir S, Unit 105, Unit 105
1605 Hotel Cir S
San DiegoCA92108
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Uptown Villas Apartments (II)
4050 Third AveSan Diego, CA 92103
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2530 Juan St
2530 Juan StSan Diego, CA 92110
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6304 Friars Rd
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Westgate Apartments
6650 Linda Vista RdSan Diego, CA 92111
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Mission Valley West, San Diego, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mission Valley West?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mission Valley West Studio Apartments | $2,461 | $1,748 | $3,705 |
| Mission Valley West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,771 | $1,698 | $6,358 |
| Mission Valley West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,581 | $2,395 | $5,370 |
| Mission Valley West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,594 | $2,859 | $6,261 |
| Mission Valley West 4 Bedroom Apartments | $12,015 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Mission Valley West Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mission Valley West area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Hilltop Terrace priced from $1,748. Gaines Street Apartment has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,000. Here are the most affordable Mission Valley West apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hilltop Terrace | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,748 |
| Gaines Street Apartment | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| CentrePointe | Plan SA | Studio,1BA | $2,029 |
| University Crest Apartments | Hillcrest/Mission Hills – Modern Living | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,142 |
| 4th | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
| Arbor Crest on Fourth | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,198 |
| 4th Avenue Apartments | Layout B | 1BR,1BA | $2,297 |
| Alexan Gallerie | A1A1 Jr 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,391 |
| 402 Arbor Dr | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission Valley West, CA
As of April 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mission Valley West area is the $3.39 price per square foot 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome Model at The Margo in the in the Balboa Park neighborhood starting from $6,261. The second greatest value Mission Valley West apartment is the LOFT PLAN 6 Model at Mission Hills Apartments starting at $3,735 with a $2.64 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mission Valley West apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| The Margo | 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome | 3BR,2BA | $3.39 |
| Mission Hills Apartments | LOFT PLAN 6 | Studio ,1BA | $2.64 |
| Fashion Terrace Apartment Homes | Brentwood | 2BR,2BA | $2.99 |
| University Crest Apartments | Hillcrest/Mission Hills – Modern Living | 2BD/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $3.30 |
| Montecito Point | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.12 |
| Gaines Street Apartment | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| Griffis Mission Valley | Mission Platinum | 1BR,1BA | $3.69 |
| 402 Arbor Dr | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.42 |
| 4175 4th Ave, Unit 4175 half | 4175 4th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| 4th Avenue Apartments | Layout B | 1BR,1BA | $3.59 |
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This website is happy to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities across the United States including Mission Valley West, San Diego, and the greater San Diego area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best outdoor access, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, apartment complexes for the kids, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mission Valley West Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Mission Valley West?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Mission Valley West is under $2,395.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mission Valley West?
The cheapest apartment in Mission Valley West is Gaines Street Apartment which is listed at $2,000, while the average apartment in Mission Valley West costs $12,348.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mission Valley West?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 4 regular apartments in Mission Valley West that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Mission Valley West?
Cheap apartments in Mission Valley West have an average cost of $293 which is $12,055 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mission Valley West.
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